For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,549 students in Adel, GA (there are , serving 167 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Adel, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public school in Adel, GA is Cook High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Adel, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Adel have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Adel, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cook High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9900 Highway 37
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 896-2213
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 896-2213
Gr: 9-12 | 951 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
1512 N. Elm Street, Sparks, GA
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 549-6250
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 549-6250
Gr: 3-5 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
1531 Patterson St
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 549-7713
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 549-7713
Gr: PK-2 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Adel, Georgia 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1200 North Hutchinson Street
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 896-2294
Adel, GA 31620
(229) 896-2294
Gr: 9-12 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Adel, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Adel, GA include Cook High School.
How many public schools are located in Adel?
3 public schools are located in Adel.
What percentage of students in Adel go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Adel are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Adel?
Adel public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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